Manager - Accounts Payable Process - CA

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager - Accounts Payable to oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with financial policies.

Working timing (Morning & Afternoon shifts)

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounts payable reporting, consolidation, and financial statement analysis.

This role requires strong leadership skills, analytical capabilities, and a deep understanding of financial processes.

- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations.

- Develop and enforce accounts payable policies and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.

- Manage vendor relationships, resolve disputes, and negotiate payment terms.

- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, GAAP/IFRS, and internal audit requirements.

- Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, aging reports, and cash flow forecasts.

- Ensure proper consolidation of accounts payable data across multiple business units or entities.

- Collaborate with finance teams to provide insights into working capital, liabilities, and payment trends.

- Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).

- Ensure accruals, provisions, and expense allocations are accurately recorded in financial reports.

- Work closely with auditors to support financial audits and compliance reviews.

- Identify opportunities to automate and enhance accounts payable processes using ERP systems.

- Lead system implementations and upgrades related to accounts payable and financial reporting.

- Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) for AP efficiency and accuracy.

- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team to enhance performance and efficiency.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, treasury, and financial planning, to align payment strategies.

- Present reports and insights to senior management and finance leadership.

- CA is must for this role .

- 6-8 years of experience in Accounts Aayable Lead, Audit, Consolidation Reporting, Working Capital Analyis and Cash Flow Forecasting.

- Financial Acumen - Strong understanding of financial statements and reporting.

- Proficiency in accounting software : J D Edward & Oracle or similar ERP systems

- Process Optimization - Experience in automating and improving AP workflows.

- Stakeholder Engagement - Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

- Experience in managing multi-entity or global AP operations is a plus.

- Leadership & Team Management - Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.

- Office-based with potential for hybrid/remote work depending on company policy.

- Fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.